Master of Strategic Studies (Advanced)

The Australian National University
HC Coombs Building, 8 Fellows Rd, Acton ACT 2601, Australia | Founded: 1946 | Public, University | School ID: 000100
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Master of Strategic Studies (Advanced) | The Australian National University
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Level Master's degree
Length 2 years
Study Mode on campus
Application Fee AUD 150
Tuition AUD 53,700
Cost of Living AUD 23,593

Program Description

The Master of Strategic Studies (Advanced) is a two-year program combining advanced coursework with independent research on strategy, defense, and security issues. It focuses on in-depth analysis of military history, international security, and strategic policymaking. Graduates are prepared for leadership positions within defense, government agencies, intelligence services, and security analysis.


Program Requirements

Language Requirements
Test Overall Score Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
PTE - A 64.0 55.0 55.0 55.0 55.0
TOEFL 80.0 18.0 20.0 20.0 18.0

Academic Scores

Scale Minimum Score Required
GPA Scale (0-4.00) 3.00

Program Intakes

February, 2026
May, 2026
July, 2026